Beautiful library in downtown Painesville. They have a small parking lot but the library is really…read morenice inside, especially the kids section. The staff are really nice and helpful. It's a great place to bring kids to help develop the love of reading. The adult section is pretty good also.

Written as a medical student looking for a quiet study space:…read more I want to give this place 4 stars, I really do. The building is gorgeous! It has a quiet study area that's entirely enclosed! It is bright and airy and has convenient rest rooms! But I just can't. The quiet study room is a glassed in room with cubicles around the edge, it is pretty quiet. A great number of homeless people come to this library to charge their phones, warm up, hang out, Etc. Yes, they have just as much a right as anyone else to use the library. However what I saw was them come in with their belongings in garbage bags and carrying sleeping bags. I was studying in the quiet room, over the course of the day homeless patrons came in and due to the small poorly ventilated enclosure I had to leave the study room. To be honest, they were fragrant. But also they are using the outlets to charge their phones, text, and sat around reading comics. It's a bit distracting. I sat at a table outside the study room and find that there are rules glued to all the outlets, that they are only for laptops and a bunch of things not to do. Just as there was in the study room. This library runs a tight ship, but it seems it is because they deal with some rift-raft. The homeless gentlemen in the study room were courteous enough, quiet enough. However the reason I will not be coming back to this library is that when I went to study outside the quiet room on the third floor I was the source of many stares from men. It was incredibly uncomfortable. I was dressed very conservatively but I was stared at almost endlessly by men and they did not feel like friendly stares. Maybe there's a nice kids area- I don't know. But as a single female in her 20s looking for somewhere to study, I don't think I will be back.

This is my hometown library so therefore it is my first option since it is 2 minutes always from my…read morehouse. The building is beautiful and they have updated the inside. Book shelves look more organized there is a nice kid section with stairs that's take you to a "treetop" sitting area upstairs. There is a community room that hold certain activities and events. There is some seating in designated areas. There is even a cute fireplace in the room I'm sitting in with tables and comfy chairs. There is a "study area" for school kids. This is the downside. The middle school is right across the street so kids come over after school and wait for their parents to come pick them up. Kids can be loud and abnoxious, talking loudly about alcohol and drugs. *rolls eyes* I know I've been that age before but it's distracting and hard to concentrate on work or reading.. the staff is pleasant and available to help you. I like to come here alot with my laptop and coffee for a nice place other than my house to work and study or just play on my phone. It's a change of scenery and plenty of brightness. It's convenient but could use some help for relieving new books. They can be hard to locate here if there are any. I just like coming here since it's pretty clean and close by.

So when I lived here, The GPL was in an old Carnegie Library building a few blocks away, and it…read morerelocated to this location around the time I moved away. This place is basically the reason I am a literate adult, hold an MLIS, and had any perspective on the outside world as a child. The collection was old and small. The old building was pretty majestic - a real historic landmark - and I'll never quite forgive them for moving locations. New is not always better. The librarians knew me well. I used to BEG my mom to take us here when we were kids. Not to the movies, not to the mall...to the library. The magic place where I could get BOOKS for FREE. As an adult, I've sought refuge here when visiting the fam as it is probably the only place in Ashtabula County with wireless internet. The best memories of my childhood by far are of the GPL.

Outstanding library with a great selection of books, other print products, and multimedia. Plenty…read moreof computers too and very helpful staff. Also, their e-collection is outstanding and getting ng a library is a snap. A huge benefit for the community

Much more than a simple library. It is the center of the community with space for meetings,…read morecomfortable spots to read, and relax, a children's center with activity centers, games, book clubs, ancestry resources, events for all ages, with a helpful, friendly, knowledgeable staff. An important asset to Chardon.

It's spacious, bright environment. The staff is helpful. I…read morelike their study rooms. Their paper shredder helps me to deal with unnecessary personal docs.

The Willowick library has staff that are ready to help you and very knowledgeable! The Selection of…read moreeverything from movies to mysteries is extensive. I think the kiosks with the featured books is an eye catcher and i've picked up plenty of books by just browsing! Our library's children room, study rooms, available computers and quick read books make the Willowick library a main stop for all ages, very inviting!

This library is one of the nicest libraries I've ever been to! Everyone is so helpful and friendly…read moreand I always feel great when I visit. I just wish there was access from Mentor Ave.

Written by a medical student looking for a quiet study space:…read more It is a bit dark in here and pretty dated, on the first floor at least. The second floor is a nice and bright children's area. However that top floor is not really enclosed so sometimes you can hear children squealing even when you are on the first floor. There's a mid sized computer area, all with cubicles pointing in one direction, like a classroom kind of. There's a digital media section as well as a teenager section. There are No specific quiet study areas. There are not that many places to sit and study, there is a shortage of power outlets. I came in one day at opening time and for quite awhile the two employees at the circulation desk were discussing their evening at full volume so I could hear them from the other side of the floor. Also, the bathrooms are in a pretty inconvenient location, which matters for me to stay there all day. The good: it's still reasonably quiet usually. The clientele here is nice, I don't have creeps staring at me. The parking is pretty good. Overall, it's still one of my choice places to study when visiting my mom- but it is not premium for the purpose of quiet study.

We took a short walk between films at the film festival to see the Superman exhibit at the…read moreCleveland Public Library. It had been many years since my last visit. I had forgotten how grand the library is. It is definitely a hidden gem. CPL is worth a visit for any visitor and local. The Superman exhibit was small but had many items of interest. The staff was very helpful in guiding us around the building. I really enjoyed the special collections that included menus from old Cleveland restaurants. As we walked around we spoke to staff. They were all very friendly. If you are going for reading material the CPL collection seemed enormous.

Cleveland Public Library in downtown Cleveland is a grandeur architectural gem. I have visited this…read morelibrary multiple times, always enjoy being surrounded by so much history (building circa 1925), ornate architecture, and literary talent. I highly recommend a visit whether you're Cleveland resident or a tourist. COLLECTION: The building contains three floors accessible by the grand staircase or elevator. The first floor contains Brett Memorial Hall, special exhibits, popular literature, and checkout counter. You will bring all your book and miscellaneous finds for checkout on the first floor. The second floor contains literature and Ohio Center for the Book. The third floor houses special collections, fine arts, and Cleveland Digital Public Library. The fourth floor has international language collection, youth services, and art lab. INTERNATIONAL COLLECTION: My favorite collection is the international language collection. It's the most impressive international language collection among all international collections at local libraries. This floor features art gallery, Chinese corner, DVDs from around the world, English as Second Language collection, international magazines, language-learning materials, and Native American language materials. If you're learning a new language or miss your own native language, the library is an excellent resource. The collection is continuously growing and has a lot of modern popular finds. For instance, I was able to find shelves upon shelves of Russian books and movies. Some were even relevant to the season - New Year Eve thrillers, Christmas cook books, and more. I get very excited looking for books in my native language here. EXHIBITS: The library has multiple current exhibits. Few prominent exhibits are currently available throughout the museum - Relay Cleveland, The Superman Homecoming, and A Century in Sugar: Gingerbread Tribute. Relay Cleveland features African American History and Culture. The Superman Homecoming ties together the city's history and Superman. A Century in Sugar features Sarah Wagner's sweet replica of the library built using gingerbread. It's impressive and ornate. The latter will be on exhibit through December 31, 2025. All of these exhibits really adds to the experience and position the library as the community hub. Exhibits are free and readily accessible. SERVICE: All librarians at the library are very pleasant. They offer assistance and warmly help. They are very pleasant to interact with. At checkout you can even get a bag for your checked out items. GARDEN: The library has a spacious outdoor reading garden. Some local literary groups even host events at this location. It's perfect for summertime reading in the heart of the city. PARKING: No parking is available onsite. However, you'll find plenty of nearby lots and some street parking. EVENTS: The library has a seasonally busy event calendar. I was lucky to attend a few musical events in this space and was very impressed. The acoustics are excellent. BOOKSTORE: The library has a small cart inside on the first floor with limited books and DVD's on sale. If you are in a shopping mood, cross the street and visit the affiliated bookstore. Please not that it has different hours than the library. I highly recommend a visit to the library especially if you're looking for international literature. I can't wait to read my books in my native language. I checked out some New Year Eve thrillers and hope that they'll elevate my festive spirit. Visit this place for gorgeous architecture, impressive exhibits, literary gems, and so much history.

This library is in a great location. Inside, it's bright, modern and very spacious with dedicated…read moreareas for different age groups. The Friends have a large bookstore space upstairs that is well stocked and makes other library's volunteer groups green with envy. Great prices, friendly volunteers, and local patrons lined up to preview the books for the weekend sale.

I am always amazed at how loud people talk in the library on Fenwick and on lee road. It's like…read morethey think it's no big deal and they have the right to talk loudly on their phone or each other for extended periods of time. However, when I have to talk I go out to the foyer area that is designated for talk and I still get yelled at. This is not just a one time thing. I will and must say that I am not the same color as the majority of the patrons and I feel that is the reason. No matter what I do or where I go it is still the same. I follow the rules and stay in the area in the front where I am supposed to go and still get yelled for being loud yet others are completely ignored when they are sitting at the computer area. No one ever yells at them HMMMMM. I cannot come up with any other reason besides bias.

Julia is an employee of this library Who has worked here for over 15 years. Throughout the years. I…read morehave gone to her for book recommendations. We both seem to enjoy historical fiction, and she has never let me down. Her book recommendations are fantastic. I don't know what I will do if I walk in the doors one day and she is not here. She is an exceptional asset to this library.

This is definitely a place worth "checking out." This library has adapted well to the changes in…read moremedia consumption, and the friendly and knowledgeable librarians are always happy to help. These days, it is more important than ever to be able to have keen research skills, and librarians hold the line against ignorance and fake news. If you find yourself in this clean, well lit, modern library, take a moment to relax in their comfortable seating areas and read the newest best seller, or avail yourself of the many internet capable computer machines. There are also many classes offered here. The catalog of community education opportunities is extensive.

Burton Public Library is great for all ages. It is a very clean, historic building that has one of…read morethe most friendly staff. The kids section is so much fun. They recently installed a brand new carpet that takes has a print on it like a gravel road that you can follow through the section. They even cut out walk-through book shelves so that the books interact with the carpet. Oh and don't forget the puppet section - put on a show with all their fun and lively puppets! They also have a pet fat tailed leopard gecko that you can ask to hold. It is 10 years old and is as sweet as can be. For the library it self they have a large variety of every type of book you may want, including audio books as well. Since it is also part of the Cleveland Public Library, if you don't see the one you are looking for, they can bring it in from another library for you. I highly recommend this library to everyone and their families. Not a huge reader? Just go and check out the garden area and the history of the building!

I have been coming to this library for over sixty years and don't know what I would do without it…read more The staff, especially Nancy, is always friendly and helpful. My only suggestion would be to put the stool back closer to the new releases. I have health issues that make it difficult to stand for long and miss that seat. Other than that, kudos to everyone at the library for the wonderful job and great public library you provide!